Virginia: Local businesses hit the jackpot after Caesars’ temporary Danville Casino opened in May

Sunday, June 4, 2023 2:03 PM
Photo:  Caesars Entertainment/Rendering of Caesars Virginia in Danville (courtesy)
  • Daniel Crews, WFMY-TV

If you haven’t made the short drive up to Danville, Virginia, recently, you just might know someone who has. After the Danville Casino opened a little more than 2 weeks ago, business has been booming.

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It’s a dream come true for a city once left in the shadows of a vanishing textile industry…

For years, Danville has been the self-proclaimed Comeback City. Council Member Lee Vogler says Caesars has been a huge part of the city’s recent growth, especially since they opening their temporary casino last month.

“I have had gas station owners tell me how much business is up for them I mean across the board it’s been a lot of activity, and while folks are here they’re finding out why Danville’s the comeback city all the way around,” said Vogler.